Nov. 2: Elise Richter, author of Always in Season: Twelve Months of Fresh Recipes from the Farmer’s Markets of New England, will give a talk and sign copies of her book from 2 to 3 p.m. at Titcomb’s.

Nov. 9: Neighborhood Toy Store Day, 1-4 p.m. Try out the very best toys, crafts and games, recommended by the American Toy Sellers’ Association.

Nov. 10: How to create delicious pies, a talk and demo by PJ Hamel, author of The King Arthur Flour Baker’s Companion, 2-4 p.m. Taste samples of the finished products!

The bookshop is at 432 Route 6A, East Sandwich. 508-888-2331; www.titcombsbookshop.com

Brewster Ladies’ Library

Nov. 2: Jacqueline Davies, whose latest book is The Lemonade War, will talk about the book and about her own writing methods, 2 p.m.

Nov. 12: The BLL Book Discussion group has chosen TheGood Soldier by Ford Maddox Ford for its November reading selection, 1 p.m. All are welcome.

The Ladies’ Library is at 1822 Main St. 508-896-3913.

Cape author to sign

Nov. 3: Author Paul Kemprecos will discuss and sign copies of his new thriller The Emerald Scepter, 2 p.m. at South Yarmouth Library, 312 Old Main St. Reservations suggested. 508-760-4820.

Cotuit Library happenings

Nov. 4: “Avoiding Scams and Frauds,” talk by representatives from the Better Business Bureau, 4 p.m.

Nov. 5: “Wolf at the Door,” talk on coyotes by Jonathan Way, 7 p.m.

The library is located at 871 Main St. 508-428-8141, www.cotuitlibrary.org

Featured author

Nov. 5: J. Richard Watkins will speak and sign copies of his book Vietnam: No Regrets: One Soldier’s Tour of Duty, 6:30 p.m. at Hyannis Public Library, 401 Main St., Hyannis. Free event. 508-775-2280.

Chat House event

Nov. 9: The Women of Dune Hollow, the authors of a new eBook, Shadow & Light, An Anthology of Poetry & Prose, will read selections from the book at 2 p.m. at Cape Cod Chat House, 593 Route 6A, Dennis. Participants are Cape authors Joan W. Barnes, Kim Berner, Nancy DiFinizio, Marylou Mansfield, Margaret Rice Moir, Irene M. Paine and Ginia Pati. Free event. It’s one of five books from the new Provincetown Public Press imprint, launched by the Provincetown Library. 508-237-5060.

Library Learning Series

Eldredge Public Library and Cape Cod Healthcare are hosting a three-week course as part of the library’s Learning Series. Sessions are 10 a.m. Tuesdays at the Eldredge Library, Main St., Chatham: Nov. 5: James Boyle, MD, on diagnosing and treating foot and ankle problems; Nov. 12: Gordon Nakata, MD, on managing back pain; Nov. 19: Richard Zelman, MD, on issues surrounding heart attacks. $10 for all three sessions. To register or for information, call 508-945-5170.

Light at the library

Working with the Cape Light Compact, the Marstons Mills Public Library on Main Street is holding a fundraiser through Nov. 13 by selling energy-efficient light bulbs. All money goes to the library. 508-428-5175.

Techno help

Drop by the Centerville Library, 585 Main St., on Tuesdays 7-8 p.m. or Fridays 1-2 p.m. for assistance with all your computer questions. 508-790-6220.

Hyannis Library

• Hyannis Public Library continues to offer the Mango Languages online language-learning system to all CLAMS card holders in the villages, through a grant from the Kirkman Trust Fund awarded to Barnstable libraries.

• Now available to Hyannis Library cardholders, the online resource Signing Savvy, designed to boost your American Sign Language education and assist in day-to-day ASL communication needs.

• Valid CLAMS card holders may take advantage of reduced rate admissions to the New England Aquarium through June 30. Call the library for information. Hyannis Library is at 401 Main St. 508-775-2280, www.hyannislibrary.org

ART

Art on Loan

Works by photographer Susie Glover and visual artist Mimi Poupart are featured on meeting room walls at Barnstable Town Hall through Dec. 2, as part of the “Art on Loan” program featuring works by local artists. For more information call 508-862-4767 or visit www.hyartsdistrict.com

Old Selectmen’s Gallery

The Gallery at the Old Selectmen’s Building hosts ongoing art exhibits, open to the public.

The Gallery is at 2311 Meetinghouse Way (Route 149), West Barnstable. For more details call 508-362-8568 or visit Barnstable’s HyArts District website at www.HyArtsDistrict.com

Fall for the Arts

The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod celebrates the sixth annual Fall for the Arts Festival through Nov. 2 at a variety of venues across the Cape, including museums, galleries, theaters, libraries, restaurants and parks. A complete calendar of events is listed at www.artsfoundation.org

The beauty of the old

Through Dec. 7: An art and word installation, “Miz Havisham Revisited: The Poetics of Romantic Decay,” created by poet/artist Diane Hanna, is on exhibit at the Centerville Historical Museum, 513 Main St. 508-775-0331; www.centervillehistoricalmuseum.org

Cape Cod Art Association

• Through Nov. 11: “All New England,” an open juried artists’ exhibit and sale, with more than 100 original works that convey the unique character of New England.

More than 60 artists sold their works this season at the Hyannis Arts Shanties, and the venue drew more than 55,000 visitors. Applications for the 2014 season are being accepted throughNov. 14 and can be downloaded at www.HyArtsDistrict.com

• Through Nov. 17: “Innovation and Color: Reinterpretation of the Woodcut,” • Through Nov. 10 In the Little Gallery: Works by Anne Doyle.

The Cahoon Museum of American Art is at 4676 Falmouth Road (Rte. 28), Cotuit. Open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday; 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday. Call 508-428-7581 or visit www.cahoonmuseum.org.

Self-guided walking tour of JFK sites

Take a free self-guided walking tour on the 1.6-mile Kennedy Legacy Walking Trail, located in the heart of the HyArts Cultural District. Information signs give a history of each site and its relation to the Kennedys and their lives on Cape Cod. Brochures and maps available at the JFK Museum on Main Street, Hyannis, or visit www.kennedylegacytrail.com.

Cotuit Center for the Arts

• The Arts Foundation of Cape Cod and Cotuit Center for the Arts are seeking submissions for its collaborative winter exhibit at CCftA in January/February, titled “Seeing the Light.” Artists may submit works that interpret that theme by Nov. 15. For submission guidelines, call 508-362-0066 or email
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• CCftA, 4404 Falmouth Road, Cotuit, is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, and offers art, theater and music, as well as classes in music and visual arts for students of all ages. Detailed information at www.ArtsOnTheCape.org. 508-428-0669.

Cape Cod Conservatory

The Cape Cod Conservatory of Music and Arts, with campuses at 2235 Iyannough Road, West Barnstable, and 60 Highfield Drive, Falmouth, holds classes for children and adults in art, photography, dance and music, as well as after-school enrichment programs. Call 508-362-2772 (Barnstable) or 508-540-0611 (Falmouth), or visit www.capecodconservatory.org.

Tao Water Art Gallery

The gallery has two locations: 1989 Route 6A, West Barnstable (508-375-0428) and 352 Commercial St., Provincetown (508-487-8880). More information at www.taowatergallery.com.

Camera Club at Art Association

The club meets every second and fourth Thursday. Educational pre-meetings are at 6:30 p.m. Photographers of all levels are invited.

The Association is at 3480 Route 6A in Barnstable. Call 508-362-2909 or go to www.capecodartassoc.org.

CAPEWIDE

Pastel Painters show

Nov. 1 – Dec. 3: Pastel Painters Society of Cape Cod present its 2013 Annual Members Show and sale at Mashpee Public Library, 64 Steeple St. An opening reception will be 1 to 3 p.m. Nov. 23. More info at 508-746-7222. 508-896-3913.

At the Ladies Library

Latham School of Brewster invites the public to a student art show on display throughout November at Brewster Ladies’ Library, 1822 Main St., with the work of more than 30 students on exhibit. Latham’s residential campus specializes in treatment of complex developmental, emotional and physical special needs.

Nov. 4-29: The Cape Cod Viewfinders Camera Club hosts a members’ photography exhibit at Orleans Camera and Video, Skaket Corners, Orleans. All are welcome. The gallery is open Mon.-Sat. from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. 508-240-1300.

“Views by Viola”

Through Nov. 29: “Views by Viola,” a collection of oil paintings by Viola Holmgren, along with photographs by Sean Wytrwal, are on exhibit at Mayflower Place. Free and open to the public. 508-790-0200.

The Eastham Chamber of Commerce invites entries through Nov. 30 for its Fine Art and Photography contest. Winning entries will be displayed at the Chamber website, and one will be selected for the cover of the 2014 Eastham Guidebook. Information and rules for entry may be found at www.easthamchamber.com, or call Jim Russo at 508-240-7211.

Danton Studio

• Ongoing: Workshops on writing your life story, and fiction and nonfiction classes on completing manuscripts in progress led by Nicola Burnell. 774-212-2270.

• Kundalini Yoga and Art Workshops for artists and musicians led by Karen Corcoran. 508-280-6265.

Danton Studio is at 708 Route 134, South Dennis. 508-360-4302 or visit www.DantonStudio.com

Bowersock Gallery

The gallery is at 373 Commercial St., Provincetown. Information at 508-487-4994 or visit www.bowersockgallery.com.

Addison Art Gallery

The Addison Art Gallery, 43 Route 28, Orleans, is open throughout the season and can be reached at 508-255-6200, or visit www.addisonart.com

Fresh Paint Gallery

The Fresh Paint Gallery, 169 Route 6A, Yarmouth Port, is open Thursday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, noon to 4, and features works by award-winning artists. More info at 508-375-9220, or visit www.freshpaintgalleryonline.com.

artSTRAND

The artSTRAND Gallery at 494 Commercial St., Provincetown, is open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. Works on view at www.addisonart.com.

Tao Water Art Gallery

The gallery has two locations: 1989 Route 6A, West Barnstable (508-375-0428) and 352 Commercial St., Provincetown (508-487-8880). More information at www.taowatergallery.com.

Cape Cod Art Bar

The Cape Cod Art Bar is at 11 North St. in Mashpee Commons. The Art Bar holds ongoing classes for kids throughout the year. For adults, take a painting class with Marcia R. Wise, or a “Words & Action” workshop for performers and writers.

Open Mic Nights hosted by David Jackson feature musicians, poets, performers and audience members, on the first Saturday of the month.

The Rowley Gallery at 84 Route 6A, Orleans, is open 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday through Sunday. 508-255-3690.

Studio Gallery

The Studio Gallery, featuring original paintings by Robert K. Roark and the photographic art of Anita Winstanley, is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and Sunday by appointment “or chance.”

Roark accepts a limited number of private one-on-one art students, at levels from beginner to advanced.

The gallery is at 766 Main St., Dennis. 508-385-4713.

Art and events at Cultural Center

The Cultural Center of Cape Cod, 307 Old Main St., South Yarmouth, features year-round events, art and literature classes and exhibits for all interests.

Nov. 1: “Black Women in Jazz,” concert with Cerise and friends HAS BEEN POSTPONED.

Nov. 5: Quilling for the Holidays, workshop led by Mary Jane Xenakis. Not quilting! It’s the art of paper filigree, cut to form designs, 10 a.m. to noon. Also taught Nov. 6, 6-8 p.m. $5 includes materials.

Art workshops: Sign up for one of more than 30 new, affordable art workshops in a variety of mediums. PAAM also offers a Master Class series, which runs throughout the year. Call 508-487-1750 or visit www.paam.org/summer2013.

Museum hours are Thursday through Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. and by appointment. Admission is $5 for non-members. For more information call 508-487-1750 or go to www.paam.org.

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

National Railway Historical Society, Cape Cod Chapter

West Barnstable Train Station scenic rides are closed for the season. Opening day in 2014 is projected as May 10, also a celebration of National Train Day.

The nonprofit group’s monthly meetings from April through October are held at the West Barnstable Train Station, 2469 Meetinghouse Way, Route 149, and at the West Barnstable Fire Station during the winter months, if available. Its historical train museum in the station is open through October on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cape Cod Central scenic train ride tickets sold up until train time. For more information, go to www.capecodnrhs.org/

Barnstable Progressive Club

This social club has been meeting for more than 27 years – new members are welcome! Make friends, listen to a speaker or enjoy entertainment. Meetings are the third Wednesday of most months, at the Barnstable Senior Center, 825 Route 28, Hyannis. 508-648-7006.

Osterville Men’s Club

Nov. 6: The club’s November guest is Ed Merigan, director of veteran affairs for the Town of Barnstable, who will speak on veterans’ present-day issues at the Doubletree Hilton.

Nov. 12: The OMC Rennie Discussion Group hosts Sydney Lamb, author of Pathways to the Brain and Language and Reality. He’ll speak on “how we think, how we see, and how we interpret life’s experiences,” 10 a.m. at Osterville Village Library. The public is cordially invited to attend.

Osterville Men’s Club meetings are held the first Wednesday of the month at the Doubletree by Hilton of Cape Cod, Hyannis, MA, with a social gathering at 11:30 a.m. and lunch and meeting at 12:15 p.m. For information, call 508-790-1299 or visit www.ostervillemensclub.com/

Cape Cod Bonsai Club

The club meets at 7 p.m. the second Monday of each month (except Dec. and Jan.) at the Yarmouth Senior Center, 528 Forest Road, West Yarmouth. For more information about membership, contact Charles Orr at
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Cape Cod Dads

Cape Cod Dads can share parenting experiences, plan “daddy downtime” and schedule play dates and group activities in a new social group that’s forming on Cape Cod, the brainchild of Cape resident Doug McHugh, who wants to form a group to connect with other fathers on Cape Cod. You can connect with the group on Facebook at Cape Cod Daddies.

Bead Society

The Bead Society of Cape Cod meets the third Thursday of each month (except December), with social hour at 6:15 p.m., meeting at 7. Dennis Public Library, 5 Hall St., Dennis Port. More information may be found at ccbeadsociety.blog.spot

PFLAG of Cape Cod

PFLAG supports, educates and advocates on behalf of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people, their family and friends. The group meets on the third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at First Parish Brewster and the last Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the UU Fellowship of Falmouth.

Barnstable Newcomers

The Barnstable Newcomers Club is open to residents of Barnstable’s seven villages, and meets the third Wednesday of most months. No limits to length of membership – everyone’s a newcomer forever. Refreshments and social gathering are followed by a featured speaker. Call 508-771-9654 or visit www.barnstablenewcomers.com.

Cape Cod Branch, NAACP

Meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. at Zion Union Heritage Museum on North Street in Hyannis.

Cape Cod Bird Club

The CC Bird Club meets at 7:30 p.m. on the second Monday of each month, September through May, at the Museum of Natural History, 869 Route 6A, Brewster. www.massbird.org/ccbc

Creative Vets

The War Veterans Creativity Group meets every first Thursday at 6 p.m. in the Hyannis Vets Center, 474 West Main St., Hyannis, and walk-ins are welcome. Group will include poetry, writing, art, photography, video and more – express yourself without judgment, all sessions are private and confidential. 508-778-0124; 508-771-3915.

Barnstable American Legion Post 206

The Barnstable American Legion Post 206 meets at 3 p.m. on the first Tuesday of the month at the Barnstable Senior Center, 825 Falmouth Road, Hyannis. Members and newcomers are always welcome. For information, call adjutant Joe Fallon at 508-760-1937.

Finnish-American Society

The Finnish-American Society of Cape Cod meets the third Saturday of each month (except December), from noon to 2:30 p.m. September through June, at First Lutheran Church, 1663 Main St., Route 6A, West Barnstable. 508-775-4514.

Rotary Club

The Rotary Club of Barnstable-Sunrise meets Mondays at 7 a.m. at the Hyannis Golf Club, Route 132, Hyannis. Visitors welcome!

Irish American Club

The Irish American Club of Cape Cod meets at 1 p.m. every third Sunday from Sept. to May, at the new Irish Village, 822 Route 28, South Yarmouth. 508-775-6987.

Circle of Knitters

Knitters of all levels meet at the Brewster Ladies’ Library, 1822 Main St., from 10 a.m. to noon on the last Wednesday of the month. 508-896-3913.

Kiwanis Hyannis

The Kiwanis Club of Hyannis meets Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at the Dragon Lite Restaurant, 620 Main St., Hyannis. Call Brian D. Morrison, the club’s vice president, at 508-932-4700 or e-mail to
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BARS monthly meeting

The Barnstable Association for Recreational Shellfishing (BARS) meets every first Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the West Barnstable Community Building on Rte. 149. Meetings are open to the public. www.shellfishing.org.

Cape Area Pilots’ Association

Aviation enthusiasts and pilots are invited to the meetings of CAPA, held every first Wednesday at Cape Cod Community College in the Science Center, Lecture Hall B, 2240 Iyannough Road, West Barnstable (use parking lots 7 & 8), beginning at 6:30 p.m.

CIGSYA holds drop-in hours from 4-6:30 p.m. Wednesdays for old and new members ages 22 and under.

The Cape & Islands Gay & Straight Youth Alliance has a dance room, cyber center, library, TV room and game room as well as several support groups and other activities.

Call 508-778-7744 or go to www.CIGSYA.org.

Cape Cod Miniature Society

The Cape Cod Miniature Society holds meetings the third Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at the West Barnstable Community Center on Route 149. New members are welcome. Call 508-896-7295.

Cape Cod Fencing Club

The Cape Cod Fencers meets Tuesday and Thursday at 6:30 p.m. at 49 John Maki Road in West Barnstable. The group is a registered member of the New England Division of the U.S. Fencing Association. E-mail
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or visit www.capecodfencingclub.org.

Cape Cod Hospital Auxiliary

Cape Cod Hospital Auxiliary Barnstable Branch meets the second Thursday of the month at St. Mary’s Church in Barnstable Village at 10:30 a.m. All are welcome.

Barnstable-Yarmouth Lions Club

This organization of men and women raises funds for eye research and other community services. Meetings are held at Barbyann’s Restaurant in Hyannis on the first and third Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m. Call 508-534-6099.

Needlepointers in Dennis

The Cape Cod Chapter of the American Needlepoint Guild meets the second Monday of the month at Carleton Hall in Dennis at 9:30 a.m. Call 508-778-0947.

Cape Cod Gay Men’s Chorus

Members of the chorus meet each Tuesday at 7 p.m. to rehearse at the Cape Cod and Island Gay/Straight Youth Alliance House, 56 Barnstable Road, Hyannis. New singers and musicians always welcome.

Astronomical Society meets at D-Y

All are invited to meetings of the Cape Cod Astronomical Society at 7:30 p.m. every first Thursday at Dennis-Yarmouth Regional High School, Station Ave., South Yarmouth. Visit www.ccas.ws/Events.

Paranormal Research Society

The Cape & Islands Paranormal Research Society usually holds an open meeting on the last Friday of the month, from 7 to 9 p.m. at Cape Cod Community College’s Lecture Hall B. Call 508-771-2725 or go to www.caiprs.com.

Cape Cod Motorcycle Club

Members of the Cape Cod Motorcycle Club meet at 7:30 p.m. every first and third Tuesday. Motorcycles 250cc and above are welcome. The club is American Motorcycle Association-sanctioned. Call 508-775-3793 for meeting location.

Veterans For Peace

The Corporal Jeffrey M. Lucey Chapter 041 of Veterans For Peace meets the first Thursday of each month in Hyannis at 6 pm. Call 508-775-4045.

Veterans of Foreign Wars

The VFW Hall holds meetings for its members each month. Call 508-771-1323.

Cape Cod Civil War Round Table

Members of the Cape Cod Civil War Round Table meet the third Monday of the month from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Yarmouth Senior Center, 528 Forest Road in South Yarmouth. Dues are $25 and can be paid at the first meeting or mailed to Ed Skoler, 481 Buck Island Road #15E, West Yarmouth, MA, 02673.

FILMS

November Film Series

Cotuit Center for the Arts, 4404 Route 28, screens eight films during the month of November as part of the Woods Hole Film Festival. All screenings at 7 p.m., and admission is FREE.

Nov. 1: Enjoy a Family Fun Night, 4 to 7 p.m. at the Hyannis Youth and Community Center. Entertainment, dance performance, educational materials for services provided to families. More information, email:
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Great Anime

Nov. 3: Watch some episodes of a great anime show and enjoy Japanese snacks, 1 p.m. at Brewster Ladies’ Library, 1822 Main St. Free event. 508-896-3913.

Beekeepers Club (ages 7-18), meets Saturday, 10 a.m.; Coonamessett 4-H Farm Club (ages 8-14), meets each Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. and the second Saturday of the month at 10 a.m.; Sew Much Fun 4-H Club (ages 12 and up), meets Tuesdays, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. More information on dates and venues call Chris St. Pierre at 508-375-6638.

Programs at Green Briar

NEW KIDS’ PROGRAMS!

• Book Club for readers ages 6 to 12, meets 4 to 5:30 p.m. on the last Friday of each month. $2.

• The Bug Club is open to kids ages 6 to 12, and meets from 1 to 3 p.m. the last Saturday of each month. Discover the amazing world of insects!

A host of fun activities in the world of nature is available at the Thornton W. Burgess Green Briar Nature Center, 6 Discovery Hill Road, East Sandwich.

On Saturdays each month, the Children’s Bug Club (ages 6-12) meets 1 to 3 p.m. to search out the amazing world of insects. Information and registration: 508-888-6870.

Weekly CC Child Development programs in various locales across the Cape include music, gymport, science and movement play groups. For more information, call 508-775-6240, x512.

Art programs for kids in Cotuit

• Classes in music, visual and performing arts are held at Cotuit Center for the Arts, 4404 Route 28. Call 508-428-0669 or visit www.cotuitarts.org.

Activities at the Ladies’ Library

Toddler Town (kids birth to age 3) meets Thursdays at 10 a.m., with stories, songs, snacks and free play at the Brewster Ladies’ Library, 1822 Main St., and Story Hour for children ages 3 and up, is held each Wednesday at 10:30 a.m., with songs, stories and crafts. 508-896-3913.

Art classes for kids in Mashpee

The Cape Cod Art Bar, 11 North St., Mashpee Commons, has a host of classes for kids throughout the year. Call 508-477-2788 for details, or visit www.threefishandaram.com.

Little steps for little ones in Hyannis

Dance Designs in Hyannis offers a dance program for ages 3 to 6 on Wednesdays and Saturdays. Call 508-771-2344 or go to www.dancedesignshyannis.com.

Barnes & Noble

Tuesday toddler storytime is at 10 a.m. at the store at the Cape Cod Mall in Hyannis, with preschool storytime Wednesdays at 10 a.m. On Fridays there is a special storytime for school-age children at 7 p.m. Call 508-862-6310.

Dennis Public Library

The Dennis Public Library in Dennis Port holds pre-school story and craft time Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. On Wednesdays at 1 p.m. it’s Toddler Story and Play Time.

Programs at the Boys & Girls Club

Programs at the club include classes, cooking, games, music and more. The club is open Monday through Friday from 2 to 6 p.m. Teen nights are held every weeknight from 6 to 8 p.m. The clubhouse is open Fridays from 6 to 10 p.m. for teens. Call 508-477-8845 or go to www.BoysGirlsClubCapeCod.org. Membership is $25 annually.

MUSIC

Musical Cabaret benefit

Nov. 1: Jan Allen and Dale Melikan perform original songs and fan favorites in an evening of music, 7 p.m. at Cotuit Center for the Arts, 4404 Falmouth Road (Route 28). The event benefits the Centerville Library Capital Campaign. $50, including full bar and snacks.

Chandler Travis delivers

Nov. 2: The Three-O perform at the Cultural Center of Cape Cod, 307 old Main St., South Yarmouth, 7:30 p.m. 508-394-7100.

The Island Merchant, 302 Main St., Hyannis, provides no-cover entertainment. 508-771-1337. For a full schedule, go to www.theislandmerchant.com. There’s a Merchant’s Jazz Jam with Bart Weisman on the 3rd Sunday of the month, 4 to 7 p.m.

The 586 offers live entertainment, from jazz to piano to contemporary rock, Fridays and Saturdays beginning at 9:30 p.m. at 586 Main St., Hyannis. Complete entertainment listing at www.fiveeightysixbistro.com or call 508-778-6515.

Black Cat

The Black Cat, 165 Ocean St., Hyannis, offers live entertainment throughout the year, from 7 to 10 p.m. Thursdays; 7:30 p.m. to midnight Fridays; and 8 p.m. to midnight Saturdays in the lounge. The restaurant is open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. 508-778-1233.

Riverway Lobster House

Dine and listen to jazz, swing, Latin and pop on Thursday evenings beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Riverway Lobster House, 1338 Rte. 28, South Yarmouth. Schedule at 508-398-2172.

Roadhouse Cafe

The Roadhouse Cafe, 488 South St. in Hyannis, features live entertainment on Fridays and Saturdays from 7 to 10 p.m. in the piano bar. On Monday nights, enjoy live jazz from 7 to 10 p.m. Call 508-775-2386 or go to www.roadhousecafe.com.

Contra dances in Cotuit

There’s a Contra dance on the second Saturday of each month at Freedom Hall, 976 Main St., Cotuit, featuring live music. Beginners and singles welcome; soft-soled shoes recommended. Dances begin at 8 p.m. $6. 508-420-2188.

STAGE

Living Dead invade Sandwich High

A cast of 60 students from all Sandwich schools (Oakridge, Forestdale, Henry T. Wing, Sandwich High) present George A. Romero’s classic Night of the Living Dead at Sandwich High School on Nov. 1, 2, 8 and 9 at 7 p.m. (doors open 6:30) Tickets available at 508-888-4900, x 4155. $10, $8 students, seniors.

Nov. 2: West Village Elementary holds a big tag sale to benefit the Playground Fund – find some great bargains and contribute to a good cause, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at WV Elementary, 760 Osterville-West Barnstable Road, Marstons Mills.

Home & Garden Expo

Nov. 2-3: See all the latest for your home and garden, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days, Resort & Conference Center, 35 Scudder Ave., Hyannis.

P’town holiday events

Through Nov. 2: Visit the famous Ghost Town in Provincetown 207 Commercial St., for a spine-tingling time! 508-487-9601,
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Through Nov. 3: It’s Halloween at The Crown in Provincetown in “Nightmare on Commercial St.,” with food, drink, music and festivities. 247 Commercial St.

Breakfast & Lunch benefit

Nov. 5: Eat breakfast or lunch (6 a.m. to 2 p.m.) at the Daily Paper Restaurant, either 644 West Main St. or 546 Main St. in Hyannis, and 40 percent of your tab will be donated to “Dancing for a Cure,” to benefit ovarian and breast cancer research at Dana Farber Cancer Institute.

Designs on the holidays

Nov. 6: Clint Flagg, horticulturalist and former owner of Vintage Flowers in Osterville, presents “Mantle Magic” at 10 a.m. at West Barnstable Fire Station, 2160 Meetinghouse Way (Route 149), an inspiring look at ways to decorate mantels throughout the holiday season. Refreshments precede at 9:30 a.m. $5 donation. Hosted by the Dig and Delve West Barnstable Garden Club. 508-362-0249.

Nov. 9: Get a start on holiday shopping at the Craft and Art Showcase and Sale, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Liberty Hall. Members of the Barnstable Senior Center’s Wood Carving Club will also be on hand to demonstrate their art.

Cape Cod Beer, Phinney’s Lane in Hyannis, is offering monthly homebrew classes to get you started learning to brew your own beer, using tips and tricks from seasoned home brewers. The next workshop is scheduled for Nov. 20. $40 per class. Pre-registration required at 508-790-4200, x 4.

Barnstable Senior Center

• Get fit or learn something new! The BSC offers ongoing fitness classes, meditation, dance, Tai Chi and yoga, as well as art and culture classes for all ability levels. Call the activity coordinator at 508-862-4761.

The Senior Center is at 825 Falmouth Road, Hyannis. For a list of programs and events, call 508-862-4750. RSVP for all events.

Nov. 2: This monthly program about local food and its producers presents “Takes a Bite Out of Scallops,” 2 p.m. at Cape Cod Museum of Natural History in Brewster. Karen and Elaine Tammi share recipes, history and more from the pages of their book Scallops: A New England Coastal Cookbook. Tastings included. $7. 508-896-3867, www.ccmnh.org

Nov. 9-11: Dennis Chamber of Commerce, with Baker-Xiarhos AMVETS Post 333, are hosting a Field of Honor, to be displayed at Johnny Kelley Park in South Dennis. Participating organizations will each sponsor a full-size American flag on an eight-foot staff, with a goal of flying 400 flags. Funds raised will benefit Cape causes. More information at 508-398-3568 or 508-398-3568. Sponsorship information may be found at www.healingfield.org/dennis

The Massachusetts Veterans’ Service Officers Association reminds veterans and their spouses and widows that supplementary financial assistance is available through local Veterans Services offices. Contact the MVSOA at 800-827-1000, or visit www.mvsoa.us/.

Animal Rescue open Sundays

The Brewster branch of the Animal Rescue League of Boston is open from 1-4 p.m. on Sundays for adoptions only, in addition to its regular weekly hours, Tuesday through Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday 1-4 p.m. at 3981 Main St. (Route 6A), Brewster. 508-255-1030. www.arlboston.org.

MUSEUMS

BARNSTABLE

Barnstable Historical Society

The Barnstable Historical Society is at 3087 Main St., Barnstable, across from Sturgis Library. Reassembled and revised exhibits are dedicated to the town’s seafarers, home life, children and craftsmanship, along with other local themes. 508-362-2982 or visit www.barnstablehistoricalsociety.org.

Cape Cod Baseball League Hall of Fame

On hand are displays celebrating the Cape League’s 100-year history, along with memorabilia from all 10 franchises and honors for past accomplishments by players and coaches. Located on the lower level of the JFK Museum, 397 Main St., Hyannis. Open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday; Admission includes entry to JFK Museum. $8; $4 over age 65; $3 children 10-17; free under age 10. 508-790-3077, or visit www.capecodbaseball.org.

Cape Cod Maritime Museum

• Through Dec. 15: “Risky Business” - The museum presents an exciting look at prohibition-era shootouts and high speed chases on the open seas in “Risky Business,” a new exhibit about rum-running on Cape Cod, and the ongoing battle to keep the U.S. either “wet” or “dry.”

The Cape Cod Maritime Museum is at 135 South St., Hyannis. The museum hosts lectures, classes and other programs for all ages. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 4 p.m., closing for the winter season on Dec. 16. Admission is $5 for adults, $4 seniors and students, free for children under 7. www.capecodmaritimemuseum.org or call 508-775-1723.

Centerville Historical Museum

Ongoing exhibits include “Cape Cod and the Civil War” and “Monitor and Merrimack: An Eyewitness Account,” through mid-December.

Hours are noon to 4 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. The museum is at 513 Main St. 508-775-0331, www.centervillehistoricalmuseum.org.

The Coast Guard Heritage Museum at the Trayser, 3353 Main St. (Route 6A), Barnstable, is open through Nov. 1. Hours are Tuesdays through Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. $5, free to children under 10 and Active Duty Coast Guard members. 508-362-8521. Visit www.cgheritage.org or write to
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for info on special programs and volunteer opportunities.

Historical Society of Santuit and Cotuit Museum

The Dottridge Homestead and Museum is at 1148 Main St., Cotuit, is closed for the season.

JFK Hyannis Museum

The John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum, 397 Main St., features photographic, video and oral history exhibits surrounding JFK’s days spent on Cape Cod. The museum hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday - Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday and holidays. Admission includes entry to Cape Cod Baseball League Hall of Fame. $8; $4 over age 65; $3 ages 10-17; free under age 10. 508-790-3077.

Osterville Historical Museum

The Osterville Historical Museum, 155 West Bay Road, is closed for the season. More info: 508-428-5861; www.OstervilleMuseum.org

West Barnstable RR Station

The West Barnstable Railroad Station on Route 149 is open through October on Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Visitors can see 100 years of history in the station’s collection of railway memorabilia. Cape Cod Central RR excursion trips depart at 11:55 a.m. and 2:55 p.m.

Zion Union Heritage Museum

The Zion Union Heritage Museum, 276 North St. in Hyannis features artwork and memorabilia by Cape Codders on the Cape’s African-American and Cape Verdean history.

Admission is $5 for adults, $4 for seniors, $3 for ages 10 to 17, and free for younger children. 508-790-9466.

CAPEWIDE

Bourne Historical Society

The Bourne Historical Society, 30 Keene St., Buzzards Bay, is a nonprofit organization devoted to preserving the history of the Town of Bourne. BHS maintains the Aptucxet Trading Post Museum in Bourne Village, a restoration of Plimoth Colony’s first trading post. Hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Admission is free.

Call 508-759-8167 or visit www.bournehistoricalsoc.org.

Brewster Historical Society

The Brewster Historical Society is at 3171 Main St., Brewster. 508-896-9521, www.brewsterhistoricalsociety.org/events.html

The museum, 869 Main St., Brewster, offers a full calendar of events year round, including talks, walks, classes, special lectures and book signings and other presentations of interest to the wider community. Go to www.ccmnh.org or call 508-896-3867.

Chatham Historical Society

A special exhibit celebrating the life and work of artist Robert Verity Clem may be seen at the Atwood House Museum, co-sponsored by the Chatham Conservation Foundation.

“Wood, Wind and Water: The Genius of F. Spaulding Dunbar,” a special exhibit about the history of yachting in Chatham, is on view at the Atwood House Museum, home of the Chatham Historical Society, 347 Stage Harbor Road. www.chathamhistoricalsociety.org.

Chatham Marconi Maritime Center

The Center is closed for the season. The museum is at 847 Orleans Road (Route 28), North Chatham.

Edward Gorey House

The Edward Gorey House, 8 Strawberry Lane, Yarmouth Port, features “Artful Associations: Edward Gorey Illustrates Famous Authors,” containing original drawings, sketches and book cover mockups, celebrating the life and work of the acclaimed writer and artist.

Hours are Thursday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sundays, noon to 4 p.m. 508-362-3909 or visit www.edwardgoreyhouse.org.

Falmouth Historical Society & Museums on the Green

The Museums on the Green, 55-65 Palmer Ave., Falmouth, feature the 1730 Conant House, which holds exhibits on Falmouth’s maritime and whaling past and on Falmouth-born Katharine Lee Bates, writer of “America the Beautiful.” Ongoing exhibits: “Curiosities of Falmouth” and “Presidential Politics and Women’s Suffrage.”

The 1790 Dr. Francis Wicks House showcases a Federal-period home with guided tours available.

The museum offers a variety of programs for kids of all ages. For a complete list, visit the website. The Museums are open Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sat. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. $5, free to under 12. 508-548-4857, www.falmouthhistoricalsociety.org.

The Captain Bangs Hallet House Museum, 11 Strawberry Lane, off Rte. 6A, Yarmouth Port, is closed for the season. It will be open for touring and a special exhibit of Christmas themed miniature rooms and houses by Carolyn Ray, for the Yarmouth Port Christmas Stroll, Dec. 8, 1-4 p.m. Visit www.hsoy.org.

Mashpee Wampanoag Indian Museum

The history and culture of the Wampanoag from the Stone Age to the present is detailed in a range of exhibits. The museum is the only one in existence devoted exclusively to Wampanoag history.

The collection displays ancient artifacts and other Native American heirlooms forming a chronological commentary on life among the Wampanoag for thousands of years, including tools, baskets, hunting and fishing implements, weapons and domestic utensils. The focal point is a large diorama depicting a scene from an early Wampanoag settlement.

Through Nov. 1: “New England Indian Whaling Histories,” a special exhibit highlighting Mashpee Wampanoag whalemen in the 19th century.

• ThroughNov. 3: The Sandwich Glass Museum presents “Transitional Glass: The Art of Debbie Tarsitano,” an exhibit by one of the pioneers of the art glass movement, including examples of how this fascinating technique has evolved.

The Sandwich Glass Museum is at 129 Main St. and is open 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday in February and March. In season hours are 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, April through December. $6, $1.25 children. 508-888-0251 or visit www.sandwichglassmuseum.org.

Truro Historical Society

The Society’s museum at 13 Truro Center Road, North Truro, is closed for the season.

• Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary is off Route 6 just past the Eastham/Wellfleet town line. Trails are open daily 8 a.m. to dusk. Walks, birding and tidal pool exploration, family cruises, canoe trips and more. Admission is $5 for adults, $3 for children. Call 508-349-2615.

Thornton W. Burgess Society

The Thornton W. Burgess Society’s Green Briar Nature Center is at 6 Discovery Hill Road, East Sandwich. A variety of events for children and adults is featured year round at its Green Briar Nature Center.

Current exhibits:

• Through Nov. 10: “Garden Inspirations: Works by Pen Women of Cape Cod,” an exhibit of paintings and poetry

• Jam Kitchen: Make cherry apricot jam (9:30 to 11:30 a.m.) Nov. 6 or 9 in the famous Jam Kitchen.

Center hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 1-4 p.m. Sunday. Admission is by donation. For more information and a complete schedule of programs, visit www.thorntonburgess.org or call 508-888-6870.

Nov. 2: Robert Cox talks about the history of Massachusetts cranberry bogs in “Putting It on the Table Takes a Bite Out of Cranberries,” 1 p.m. at Green Briar Nature Center, 6 Discovery Hill Road, East Sandwich. $5. RSVP: www.thorntonburgess.org or call 508-888-6870.

Ten Million Steps at Sturgis

Nov. 5: Joe Hurley presents a talk, “Behind the Scenes of 10 Million Steps,” 6:30 p.m. at Sturgis Library, Route 6A, Barnstable Village. Hurley gives the lowdown on his book, Ten Million Steps on Route 6,the story of his epic journey walking across America. 508-362-6636.

Saltworks on Cape Cod

Nov. 12: “The Solar Salt Industry of Southeastern Massachusetts,” a talk by Seth Mendell, an exploration of the time when the waters from our coves and harbors was used to produce the pure salt needed to cure food. 1:30 p.m. following the Friends meeting, at Cape Cod Museum of Natural History, Route 6A, Brewster. 508-896-3867, www.ccmnh.org

The Barnstable Land Trust is a nonprofit, community-based conservation organization offering information about preserving the open spaces on Cape Cod. Go to www.BLT.org or call 508-771-2585 for a complete schedule, information and directions on all walks and events.

Barnstable Village tours

Join Derek Bartlett for a stroll of the historic homes of Barnstable Village and learn the natural history of Barnstable Harbor. Walks are each Wednesday at 2 p.m. $5, free to children under 8. For information, call 508-771-2725.

Simple walks for seniors, kids

The Thornton W. Burgess Society holds gently-paced nature walks every Tuesday at 1 p.m. for seniors, led by naturalist Patricia Gonser. Walkers should meet at the Green Briar Nature Center, Route 6A in Sandwich to travel to other areas. $6 for society members, $8 for nonmembers.

Walks through the Green Briar Nature Center’s Shirley G. Cross Wildflower Garden are held Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 10:30 a.m. Cost is $3 for members and $5 for nonmembers.

Call Green Briar at 508-888-6870.

VOLUNTEERS

HAC volunteer opportunities

Learn about volunteer opps with the Housing Assistance Corporation at a Volunteer Coffee House on the first Wednesday of each month, 10 a.m. at HAC, 460 West Main St., Hyannis. Next meeting is Nov. 6. More info at 508-771-5400, x279.

Horizons for Homeless Children

Horizons is seeking volunteers to spend time with children living in domestic violence situations and family homeless shelters in Barnstable County, two hours a week. Six-month commitment. Call 508-510-3250 for information, or visit
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Change the life of a child

Hyannis Supporting Our Youth Inc. is seeking new volunteers for the HyWest Elementary School Mentor Program. Mentors are assigned a kindergarten student for the school year, with a commitment of our hour per week assigned around school hours. To learn more, call Susan at 508-258-9111 or email
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Looking for good listeners

Cape Samaritans is looking for volunteers to help staff the Samaritan crisis hotline for callers who are lonely, depressed or isolated. No professional experience is required. 508-548-7999; www.capesamaritans.org

Seeking elder advocates

Elder Services of Cape Cod is seeking volunteers for Long Term Care Ombudsman training on Nov. 18-20, to receive training in how to advocate for people in nursing and rest homes. Please call Cheryl Gayle at 508-394-4630, x 530.

Three R’s tutoring

Senior Service Corps of Elder Services seeks volunteers ages 55 and older to its Three R’s Tutoring Program in reading, math and science, as well as intergenerational book clubs in D-Y and Barnstable schools. Training and mileage reimbursable. Call Ann Gallagher at 508-394-4630 or email
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Cape Volunteer Opportunities

Cape Cod Volunteers has opened a Volunteer Opportunity Center in the Mashpee Public Library at 64 Steeple St. The center will be open Tuesdays from 1 to 3:30 p.m. for consultation on volunteer opportunities. www.capecodvolunteers.org

Audible Local Ledger

ALL provides a free radio reading service to individuals who are blind, visually impaired or print disabled. Volunteers are needed! You can lend your voice by calling Sherry Bergeron, executive director of ALL, for more information. 508-539-2030.

Life Choice Hospice

Life Choice in Brewster seeks volunteers to assist with end-of-life care, including visits, reading and conversing, playing music, as well as giving emotional support and comfort, at nursing facilities and area homes. More information at 508-896-5211,

Housing Action needs volunteers

Housing Assistance Corp.’s family shelters in Hyannis, Falmouth and Bourne are seeking volunteers, especially for drivers who can commit one day a week. Volunteers also needed to assist with child care. More information at 508-771-5400, x 279.

Cape Wildlife Center

Cape Wildlife Center on Route 6A in Barnstable seeks volunteers to care for the more than 1,200 wild animals that receive help at the Center each year. 18 years or older. Call 508-362-0111.

4-H needs help with youth programs

The Barnstable County 4-H Program needs adults to help as club leaders for 4-H clubs. Training, resource materials, curriculum and support are provided. For information or to volunteer, contact youth educator Judy Vollmer at 508-375-6696 or
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NESAA seeks vet support

The New England Society for Abandoned Animals is seeking licensed vet technicians to support programs at its no-kill shelter and education center in Centerville. Vet tech volunteers to administer medications and manage schedules are needed. Call 508-771-7800 or e-mail
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CC Volunteer Opportunity Center

Free consultations are available on volunteer opportunities on Cape Cod by appointment or by walk-in at Cape Cod Volunteers Opportunity Center. Hours are 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Thursdays at the office in the Harwich Community Center, 100 Oak St. Call 508-362-0242 or visit www.capecodvolunteers.org.

Big Brothers Big Sisters

BBBS of the Cape & Islands is seeking adult volunteers to be Big Brothers and Big Sisters. Those interested in participating or getting the word out may call the organization at 508-771-5150, x 101, or the volunteer hotline at 877-933-BIGS.

Road to Recovery from cancer

The American Cancer Society is seeking volunteers from Cape Cod to drive local cancer patients to and from chemo and radiation appointments, especially those receiving treatment in Boston. Become a driver in the “Road to Recovery” program – call 800-227-2345 or visit www.cancer.org.

VNA volunteer programs

• The Visiting Nurse Association of Cape Cod Hospice is offering a volunteer training program for men and women who are interested in providing support to patients receiving end-of-life care, as well as support to caregivers.

• VNA Hospice of the Visiting Nurse Association of Cape Cod is seeking veterans for the Volunteers for Veterans program. Volunteers receive special training to help acknowledge and support veterans, and provide visits and respite to vets and their caregivers. For information on becoming a VNA volunteer, Call Gayle at 508-957-7709.

AIDS group needs you

The AIDS Support Group of Cape Cod, 428 South St., Hyannis, needs volunteers to assist in the office and food pantry. Call 508-778-1954 or visit www.asgcc.org.

Caregivers needed for local children

Cape Cod Child Development is looking for volunteers for its day-to-day programs throughout the Cape and in Wareham. Call 800-974-8860.

Cape & Islands Veterans Outreach Center

Veterans and their families can find a wide range of support and services at the Cape & Islands Veterans Outreach Center in Hyannis, including counseling, a food pantry, employment and housing assistance, legal aid and more. These are available to veterans of all eras. Call 800-355-1591.